Courageous
Obedient
Protective
Loyal
Loving

Cheerful
Intelligent
Social
Gentle
Courageous
Loyal
Sweet

Beaucerons are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Newfoundlands shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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Canada

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1500s

1700s

Herding (AKC:2007 & UKC)

Working (AKC:1886)
Guardian Dog (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Red

Black
Gray
Brown
Cream
Pied
Brindle

Beaucerons have short coats.

Newfoundlands have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

A Beauceron can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Newfoundland can have a litter of 9-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Beaucerons have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Newfoundlands are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Beaucerons are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

The Newfoundland breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Gastric Torsion
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Cataract
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Hip
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Beaucerons thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Newfoundlands are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Beaucerons require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Newfoundlands need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Beaucerons are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Newfoundlands have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Beauceron is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Newfoundland excessively drools, consider a different breed if not appealing.

Beaucerons bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Newfoundland dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Walk, Playdate, Run, Road trip, Dog Parks, Frisbee, Swim, Play

Making friends, Dog Parks, Catch treats, Attention, Shopping, Slow walking, Sniffing, Walk, Play, Groom, Cuddle, Swim, Eat

Beaucerons are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Newfoundlands are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Beauceron, it's at least 30 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Newfoundland, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Beauceron has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Newfoundlands have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 65-85 pound (29 - 39 kg) Beauceron feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 130-150 pound (59 - 68 kg) Newfoundland feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Beauceron is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Newfoundland is somewhere $4.20 - $4.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Beauceron is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Newfoundland is between $126 - $143. This makes an average of $1512 - $1716 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Beaucerons can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Newfoundlands are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Beaucerons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Newfoundlands make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Beaucerons are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Newfoundlands are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Beaucerons are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Newfoundlands are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Beaucerons are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Newfoundlands are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Beaucerons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Newfoundlands have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Beaucerons may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

Newfoundlands are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.